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1945~ 1954
- Gyoungbokgung Palace: the First Period
When Japan was defeated in the Second World War, Korea regained its independence.
Upon liberation in 1945, Korea took over the Joseon Government-General Museum and renamed it the “National Museum” (國立博物館). At that time, the museum’s organization and exhibitions were insignificant compared to what exists today. Nevertheless, the museum played a significant role in restoring the nation's damaged cultural pride and correcting false historical images of Korea.
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1945~
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December 3, 1945The Joseon Government-General Museum was renamed and reorganized as the National Museum.
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April 1946The Gaeseong City Museum was merged with the Gaeseong Branch of the National Museum.
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1950~
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December 1950The National Folk Museum at Mt. Namsan was renamed the Namsan Branch of the National Museum.
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October 1954The National Museum was relocated to its Namsan Branch.
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